(ThyBlackMan.com) Many people may consider colon cleansing because they think that it reduces the risk of colon cancer and enhances health. However, no studies have shown that colon cleansings have any benefit at all. Colon cleansing, also called colonic irrigation or colonic hydrotherapy, is sometimes referred to as a “high ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) When will Black women’s health matter? That’s a question I’ve asked myself more than once during the recent Congressional effort to repeal health care reform that would deny countless women of color access to affordable and quality reproductive health care services. I asked myself that question again when I ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Here are some practical suggestions for staying safe and well during stressful times. Limit Multi-tasking Know when it is safe to multi-task…and when it is better to focus on one activity at a time. One of the biggest causes of avoidable accidents is trying to do too many things ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Here is a story about tragic loss and the struggle for meaning and renewal. One of my neighbors, John, would be described by some as a “man’s man”. He is in his late 40?s and stays active with adventure sports and playing a bit of guitar. He tends to stay ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Behaving in a way that is different from how we actually feel can be very stressful, both physically and emotionally. Human beings seem to be unique within the animal kingdom regarding how much time we spend masking our true emotions and thoughts. This need to “fake it” can be ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Recently I have had discussions about fitness with a variety of men over fifty years old. They had all very much enjoyed their bodies and being active when they were younger. Now though, each is dealing with serious injuries and limitations that are hugely frustrating to them. These people ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) How do you avoid a pounding head and queasiness the morning after a night of drinking? Well the only way to completely avoid it is to drink in moderation, or to stay away from alcohol entirely. But in many circumstances, it’s easy to overindulge. You may be inclined to ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Your alarm is buzzing, breakfast is sizzling, and you’re trying to get the kids off to school — all while getting ready to go to work. Sound familiar? If you’re human, then chances you experience some type of daily stress. And it’s true: stress can cause you to gain ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) All fats aren’t bad, and in order to lower your cholesterol levels and cut down your risk of heart disease, it isn’t necessary to eliminate all dietary fats—just the bad ones. Good fat actually reduces high cholesterol and keeps your heart healthier. The Bad Fats • Saturated fat. This type ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Do you know where your cholesterol is? Don’t assume your cholesterol is fine just because the doctor said so several years ago. If your doctor determines your fasting total cholesterol level exceeds 200 or if your LDL cholesterol level is above 100, you can get it down safely with ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) I hope when he tells America how he aims to tame future budget deficits the president doesn’t accept conventional Washington wisdom that the biggest problem in the federal budget is Medicare (and its poor cousin Medicaid). Medicare isn’t the problem. It’s the solution. The real problem is the soaring ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, it may not just be the season that is aggravating your allergies, causing you to sneeze and wheeze through the spring months. Your allergies might be in high gear because of a few simple mistakes you are making. BDO ...